PFF: Demario Davis the highest-graded free agent linebacker

In his first year back with the Green and White, Demario Davis enjoyed his best season as a pro.

Following a brief one-year stint in Cleveland, Davis looked like an entirely new player after spending the first few years of his career as a middling linebacker in New York. All of a sudden, he was arguably the best and most consistent player on the Jets defense.

While Davis’ 2017 season certainly passed the eye test, he also got rave reviews from the analytical folks over at Pro Football Focus. When grading all of the free agent linebackers heading into the 2018 offseason, PFF gave Davis the highest grade, giving him a mark of 87.3.

When it comes to Davis’ impact on the Jets, his value can not be overstated.

On a team that is looking to build an identity, they need to do whatever it takes to bring him back. While Davis is strong on the field, he is also great in the classroom, as he serves as a mentor for many of the younger players on the roster, including fellow linebacker Darron Lee.

While it is unknown what type of contract Davis will be looking for this offseason, general manager Mike Maccagnan must make re-signing Davis a priority with the amount of cap space available to him.